Example Sentences

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The cold air of a harsher world has invaded the posthistorical paradise in which so many hoped to live out their days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Members of invading armies would also not be subject to our jurisdiction, but since no foreign army has invaded the nation itself since the War of 1812, this is not really a category that matters.

From Slate • Jul. 2, 2025

The oriental fruit fly is widespread throughout much of the mainland of southern Asia and neighboring islands, including Sri Lanka and Taiwan, and it has invaded other areas, most notably Africa and Hawaii.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2024

“When I hear the debate over compatibility, that’s when I turn off the TV. Fear has invaded the world,” said Nancy Chihane, president of the parents’ association at Ibn Khaldoun.

From Seattle Times • May 22, 2024

All my life, the pageant has invaded every facet of my world, except for this room.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy